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Trip from Washburn, IL to Markham, IL

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 23m

Distance

118.5 mi

191 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min
4 AM
2h 13m ★
6 AM
2h 23m
8 AM
2h 43m
10 AM
2h 30m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 31m
5 PM
2h 42m
8 PM
2h 17m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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village mostly in Woodford County, Illinois, USA

Washburn, IL

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Downtown Markham, IL, IL

Markham, IL

Stéphane Tendon

Trip Overview

The drive from Washburn, IL to Markham, IL covers 118.5 miles and takes about 2h 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 80, I 39, 700 North Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 75.4 miles on I 80. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.53 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

59.3 miles from Washburn, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 118.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (83%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 23m highway drive covering 118.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 80 and I 39. The longest continuous stretch is about 75.4 miles on I 80.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 80 is the longest continuous segment at about 75.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and I 39. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 8.7 miles in near 700 North Road.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Washburn, IL to Markham, IL is easy. At 2h 23m with 83% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 8.7 miles (700 North Road): Navigation decision point; at 18.3 miles (I 39; US 51): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 41.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

3
8.7 mi into trip | ~15m in | 700 North Road

Turn right onto 700 North Road

Navigation decision point

3
18.3 mi into trip | ~29m in | I 39; US 51

Merge onto I 39; US 51

Merge point - match speed before joining

5
41.5 mi into trip | ~54m in

Take the exit toward I 80 East: Chicago

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 59A Toward I 80 East: Chicago
5
42.1 mi into trip | ~55m in | I 80

Merge onto I 80

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
117.5 mi into trip | ~2h 21m in

Take the exit toward Kedzie Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 154 Toward Kedzie Avenue

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 80 75.4 mi 1h 25m
I 39 23.2 mi 24m
700 North Road 9.2 mi 13m
East State Street 5.4 mi 9m
2160 E Rd 3 mi 5m
Kedzie Avenue 0.8 mi 1m
North Jefferson Street 0.4 mi <1m
163rd Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 80 — 75.4 mi, about 1h 25m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Washburn, IL and Markham, IL.

1

Start on IL 89

0.4 mi · 37 sec · North Jefferson Street
2

Continue on IL 89

5.4 mi · 9 min · East State Street
3

Continue on IL 89

3.0 mi · 5 min · 2160 E Rd
4

Turn right onto 700 North Road

9.2 mi · 13 min · 700 North Road
5

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 42 sec
6

Merge onto I 39; US 51

23 mi · 24 min · I 39; US 51
7

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 57 sec
Exit 59A Toward I 80 East: Chicago
8

Merge onto I 80

75 mi · 1 hr 25 min · I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec
Exit 154 Toward Kedzie Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Turn left onto Kedzie Avenue

0.8 mi · 1 min · Kedzie Avenue
11

Turn left onto 163rd Street

64 ft · 2 sec · 163rd Street
12

Arrive at destination

163rd Street

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 59.3 miles from Washburn, IL, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.4 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 26 miles or 38m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 59.3 miles or 1h 15m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 58m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Markham, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Washburn, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.

+

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Washburn, IL

This is one driving day of about 118.5 miles and 2h 23m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Washburn, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 80 for about 75.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 59.3 mi from Washburn, IL · 1h 15m into the drive

city in Illinois, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Morris, IL

59 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Custer, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Morris, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 59.3 miles from Washburn, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 80 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 75.4 miles.

Arriving in Markham, IL

The final approach into Markham, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Markham, IL.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Pullman National Historical Park

Pullman National Historical Park

National Historical Park

In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came tog...

8 mi from route ~21 min detour Free near mile 118.5
Caution: Road Construction Near the Park
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$18.53 one way

$37.05 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 42 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $20.34 $40.68
premium $4.89 $22.80 $45.61
diesel $5.61 $26.16 $52.33

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 41.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 35.6 0 $12.44 $5.69
Efficient EV 29.6 0 $10.37 $4.74
EV Truck/SUV 47.4 0 $16.59 $7.58

Gas CO2

41 kg

EV CO2

14 kg (66% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Washburn, IL

Morning in Washburn on Friday

Local time

11:17 AM

CDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Markham, IL

Morning in Markham on Friday

Local time

11:17 AM

CDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

4 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 23m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Washburn, IL to Markham, IL covers 118.5 miles and takes about 2h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 80, I 39, 700 North Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 59.3 miles from Washburn, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.53 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

The drive from Washburn, IL to Markham, IL is easy. At 2h 23m with 83% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

The main spots that need attention: at 8.7 miles (700 North Road): Navigation decision point; at 18.3 miles (I 39; US 51): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 41.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

The route from Washburn, IL to Markham, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Yes. Nearby national parks include Pullman National Historical Park.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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